'Thiccer Kicker' Harrison Mevis Released by Rams After 2 Missed FGs vs. Bills, Replacement Revealed
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Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Rams are releasing kicker Harrison Mevis after his poor performance in a 37-34 overtime loss to the Buffalo Bills, and signing Blake Grupe from the New York Jets' practice squad, as confirmed by head coach Sean McVay.
- Mevis missed two critical field goals in the game, including a blocked 48-yard attempt in overtime, and was 5-of-9 on field goals this season, leading to McVay's dissatisfaction with the kicking game.
- Grupe, who has NFL experience with the Saints and Colts and an 81.9% field goal success rate, will replace Mevis as the Rams seek to improve their special teams performance.
- The Rams have faced ongoing special teams challenges, including missed kicks and blocked attempts, which have contributed to close losses and roster changes, such as waiving their long snapper Alex Ward recently.
- The Rams, currently 2-3, aim to rebound and reach a .500 record in their upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals.
